Anyone istalled a set of these? I'm seeing more and more of these lights appearing on "normal size" boats ..not just the mega-yachts. Any tips on how many needed, install, etc. would be greatly appreciated.
Underwater Lights
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OOps, sorry.
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Looks like Ebay has them, and they're $159 (not $59).
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Unde...arine-swim-boat-light_W0QQitemZ110217251491QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item110217251491
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I like to lights Charlie has posted...I like the idea of installing them on the trim tabs - and I am getting ready to install a GPS/Sonar so why not run these wires thru the same whole as my transducer? I guess I could route them to my aux/accy switch huh?
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How did you mount the $59 lights to the trim tabs?
I favorited the e bay site for future reference.
I favorited the e bay site for future reference.
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now that i look at my trim tabs....they are angled to match the Vee of the boat so mounting them flush on the trim tab would point the light out at an angle, not directly behind the boat like I think I want...I guess I will need to figure out a shim or something or maybe bend the mounting brackets equally
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Can I get a "Congrats" or "Hey looks good" or "Not my choice of lights, but I'm sure it works for you" or something? Lights seem to be a hot topic, and I've wanted them for a year and finally got them. I think they're pretty cool and really recommend them. The point behind the pictures is answering other's questions about why on earth someone would spend money on underwater lights. It's all about nature.
I plan on putting a camera back there and wiring it to the TV's on board. I have a salt water tank at home, and just love to look in the water. Now I'll be able to do it while sitting back and sipping a cool one.
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I think they are GREAT and I am a little jealous ;-)
very nice job!
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Thank you guys for humoring me. I really do like them.
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Abyss has a whole line-up of LED underwater lights that are affordable. We have them listed here: http://www.byownerelectronics.com/store/search.php?mode=search&page=1
There is a guy on this site that build underwater lights, i think it is Hurley. There are some bad brands of trim tab lights out there too so make sure you know what you are getting into. Here is a thread on THT from a guy that got burned with some el cheapo trim tab mounted lights: http://www.thehulltruth.com/forums/...-view.asp?tid=165308&start=1&highlight=underwater+lights+beware&highlightmode=1
There is a guy on this site that build underwater lights, i think it is Hurley. There are some bad brands of trim tab lights out there too so make sure you know what you are getting into. Here is a thread on THT from a guy that got burned with some el cheapo trim tab mounted lights: http://www.thehulltruth.com/forums/...-view.asp?tid=165308&start=1&highlight=underwater+lights+beware&highlightmode=1
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WOW Jim! Thanks, you just saved me some money. Time for plan "B"
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The imitations and pirates of this design have given a lot of people a bad taste.
Being the original designer with the patent pending design of the trim tab lights we have always stated your stainless steel housings and brackets should be coated. We suggest using PropSpeed by Detco if they are going to be immersed in salt water. Even trim tabs are painted. No metal should be uncoated in a corrosive environment!
Additionally, we believe in this design so much that we now have taken it a step further by redesigning the housing in a Polyvinyl Chloride (pvc) model. It is a tough, chemically resistant synthetic resin made by polymerizing vinyl chloride. This beauty is lightweight, resists corrosion and electrolysis. The brackets are powder coated to help withstand harsh environments. The best part is that they are cheaper in cost than the stainless steel version.
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Todd Hurley
Hurley Marine, Inc.
Being the original designer with the patent pending design of the trim tab lights we have always stated your stainless steel housings and brackets should be coated. We suggest using PropSpeed by Detco if they are going to be immersed in salt water. Even trim tabs are painted. No metal should be uncoated in a corrosive environment!
Additionally, we believe in this design so much that we now have taken it a step further by redesigning the housing in a Polyvinyl Chloride (pvc) model. It is a tough, chemically resistant synthetic resin made by polymerizing vinyl chloride. This beauty is lightweight, resists corrosion and electrolysis. The brackets are powder coated to help withstand harsh environments. The best part is that they are cheaper in cost than the stainless steel version.
Nautically,
Todd Hurley
Hurley Marine, Inc.
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Have you (or anyone else...) purchased these lights and installed them? If so, how do you like them and how well are they holding up? Looking for some decent lights at a good price that wont fall apart or rust/deteriorate...
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Our dealer just installled lights under our swim platform on our 290da. they point down and slightly out. they tell us we'll get about a 10 ft radius. We turned them on tonight in the slip and they looked cool! they are wired into our #2 accessory switch
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I will be the first to admit , Hurly trim tab underwater lights are "the best". I have them on my 320 and I get a lot more then 10' of illumination. More like 25 feet.
I will also be purchasing more lights from hurley Marine, maybe the center drain hole light, but I'm looking into ways of mounting a full set of 2 trim tab lights in the center to give it even a larger more clear spectrum of light... to light up the whole back end.
I will also be purchasing more lights from hurley Marine, maybe the center drain hole light, but I'm looking into ways of mounting a full set of 2 trim tab lights in the center to give it even a larger more clear spectrum of light... to light up the whole back end.
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Boltman:
Give me a hail and I'll give you some ideas on how to fill that void. Sharp vessel!
Todd
Give me a hail and I'll give you some ideas on how to fill that void. Sharp vessel!
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Beware.........
Well it seams that "boater4life" is a bit upset with my new inovative design and installation of water fountain lights.
As he has sent me the following threatening "Private Message".
"Please be advised that Todd Hurley of Hurley Marine, Inc. is the legal owner of this U.S. Patent Pending trim tab light design and that your product, as identified is an infringement on this design.
Please be advised that you may be accessed a royalty fee for each sale of this item from a declaratory judgment action. If you wish to continue to sell this item we will have to agree upon a license agreement.
A formal letter may follow.
Todd Hurley
Hurley Marine, Inc."
Well it seams that "boater4life" is a bit upset with my new inovative design and installation of water fountain lights.
As he has sent me the following threatening "Private Message".
"Please be advised that Todd Hurley of Hurley Marine, Inc. is the legal owner of this U.S. Patent Pending trim tab light design and that your product, as identified is an infringement on this design.
Please be advised that you may be accessed a royalty fee for each sale of this item from a declaratory judgment action. If you wish to continue to sell this item we will have to agree upon a license agreement.
A formal letter may follow.
Todd Hurley
Hurley Marine, Inc."
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